( Still three weeks ago ~ On Earth)
" Should I just die? Kill myself? Or Run far away where no one could ever find me?" Scarlett sighed as she asked herself while staring out of the window of her room, which is now a reflection of her feelings and mood. Her face dropped gloomily, her empty eyes watching everyone in a high mood as always, laughing and playing around, smiling and giggling like the whole world evolves around them while she's stuck in the shell of loneliness and scars. Her fingers clasped together like in search of a hopeless companion with her nose exhaling a continuous weary sigh. The faces that smiled at each other were the same faces that bullied her countless times, called her names, and trampled on her because she was the shadow of the entire pack. " Are you thinking of committing suicide again?". The voice interrupted her thought with a startle. She looked back and chuckled at seeing her best friend standing by the doorstep with her funny, angry face on. " Don't give me that fake laugh; what are you doing?" she asked, walking towards her and taking a peep out of the window. She could see the pack members having a nice moment by doing a wolf racing competition. She sighed before turning to her, "You're not thinking about that, are you? This is the moment of celebration you know that?", " What celebration?", Scarlett asked, her face wearing its gloominess back as she walked towards her bed and sat on it, " What do you mean by what celebration, you're meeting Alpha Damien today", her best friend's voice cooed, " So?", " So?? Did you just say so? He's your mate. Did you know how excited I was when I heard that the moon goddess has chosen his mate, and it's you?". Scarlett rolled her eyes, " don't get too excited Elora, there's no way he'd accept me ", " Give me reasons why he won't accept you, you're beautiful, intelligent, modest, hardworking....", " Just stop!" Scarlett clenched her fist around her blue armless gown; tears began to gather around her eyes the more she fought it, " just stop, Elora. Beautiful? Intelligent? Don't flatter me, you know how much everyone despises me, how much no one wants me around, what do they call me? An outcast? The pack cat?", " Scarlett..", " Just stop", she interrupted her, "No one wants me Lora, no one wants a werewolf who can't shift to a wolf, no one wants a mate who can't stand up for herself, a mate who has nothing to offer, you think a whole Alpha Damien is even going to spare me a glance?", " He will ", " Don't be so assured, " I don't wish my life for anyone else; it sucks," She said, turning away from Elora. " Don't talk like that, we should be in a good mood not this sullen mood of yours", She sighed, "This is probably the mood I'll die in", " Hey", she whacked her shoulder, " never say that again", " Ouch! That hurts", " It should. And just because things ain't how we want them now doesn't mean it's never going to be okay", " Do you think it'll ever be?", " That's one thing about life, one mysterious thing. Anything can change; your life, your history, who you are, what you are, can change any moment". Scarlett scoffed, "In the dream?", Elora smiled, "No, it takes just a day. Not a day, just an hour, just that one hour, one action, one decision, one word, it takes just one hour for the story to change", " My story, will change in just an hour?", " Not only your story, it could be anything, could be anyone, could be anything, all it takes is just an hour, so.. let's wait for that hour which I believe will happen soon", Scarlett felt goosebumps all over her and looked at Elora, " Why do I have a strong feeling that word is for you". She stared into Elora's eyes with so much worry and concern. " Those words are not for me; they are for you; you're the one, Scarlett; you're the one who's not seeing this amazing news as a chance for a new life." Scarlett shut her eyes tight and opened them again, lacking resolve. " A new life? I'm not like you, Elora, I'm not like you, who everyone loves and adores; you are one of the most beautiful werewolves in the pack; who wouldn't easily fall for you? You have everything and here I am, with nothing. My father doesn't even accept me; what makes you think Alpha Damien will?" a hint of jealousy and anger hung in her voice. Elora swallowed hard when she heard that, her fingers curled up, but before it hit deeper she masked it up like she always does and looked up at Scarlett with a smile and so much love. She understood Scarlett's fears and every single thing she said, she knew what she had been through, how much she had been humiliated by everyone, blamed for killing her mother who died in childbirth, how her father despised her and didn't want her around, how she is always bullied and the fact that she couldn't turn to wolf makes the whole situation worse. Elora knows she's scared, she's frustrated, and she hates herself, she stood up and held her hand, " I love you, Scarlett, and you know how much I adore you. I don't have everything, and stop saying you have nothing 'cause you have me." Tears streamed down Scarlett's cheeks freely, " You're lucky you know, you have parents who love and cherish you, a man who's your mate and loves you so much and that which you love back, and you're also getting married in a three week, how lucky you are ", " You're also lucky, my mate is not an Alpha, and here you are, about to own one of the most powerful Alpha in the seven packs. " Scarlett burst into laughter, "Did you just say own? That is a dream", " Which is about to come true", " I don't think so", she sighed and wiped her tears off with the back of her hand, " I honestly wished that moon goddess would leave me alone; why would she even choose me? I know that even the gods have abandoned me, but she doesn't have to remind me of that. I hate her", " Don't, "Elora chuckled, " I'm sure she has her reasons, and you can't tell; she might have a life-changing surprise for you. " Scarlett rolled her eyes and shook her head, "life-changing. Indeed, you have no idea how much I wish there was nothing called moon goddess 'cause she ruined my life." " Okay, you need to stop all this, no one ruins anyone's life, and stop overthinking about whether Alpha Damien will accept you or not and get ready to leave", " I'm ready; this is how I'm going, "she said, looking at her blue gown and wedge heels. " You've got to be kidding me right?, you think I'm going to follow a lady with a pale face?", " Follow? Who said you're following me", " I told myself, of course, you don't think I'm planning to send you off to another pack alone, do you?". Scarlett walked to grab her purse nonchalantly before turning to Elora one more time, " I'm not going with anyone, I don't want anyone to be there when I'm getting rejected, that'll be humiliating ", " You can't be serious Scarlett ", " Yes, I am Elora", she said, walking out of the room while Elora chased after her. On getting to the sitting room, she halted her steps and swallowed hard to see Karine, Misha, and Cynthia. " Hey, Scarlett, "Cynthia greeted with a smirk. Their presence felt like a nightmare to Scarlett and she tried not to tremble in their presence." what are they doing here?", Scarlett asked turning back at Elora, " They...", " What do you mean what are we doing here? Of course, to go along with you to Alpha Damien's mansion." Karine cut Lora's short, chewing her gum loudly l. Scarlett's breath trembled as she clenched her fist before raising her head to look at Elora, " Do you bring them here?" she asked, " They said they want to come along", " With whose permission?", " Scarlett..", " Stop! I don't need anyone to follow me, I'm good on my own", she said and turned to leave, " You sure you're good? I mean, I guess you might need someone to console you when he brutally rejects you". Cynthia chuckled forcing back a laughter. " Karine!", Elora called angrily. " Thanks for your gesture but I don't need you", she said before storming out of the room. " Scarlett! Scarlett!!," Elora called after her but she left without looking back, hopping into the waiting car that drove off the moment she got in. " Seriously Karine?"
" The rejection of course", " Who said I'm rejecting you?". Like the whole time stopped Scarlett felt her blood stop flowing too out of shock. " Eh?" her widened eyes and agape mouth let out. Damien gave her a smile that was so charming and soothing, " I'm not rejecting you as my mate, Scarlett; my purpose for calling this meeting is for us to meet and get to know each other, not to reject you". Scarlett eyes were still wide open, it felt like a dream, and she nearly forgot how to breathe. " Are you..serious? You're not..rejecting me?", " No", he chuckled, " why would I reject you, you're such a beautiful lady", "I.I. I can't offer anything", she let out in confusion. He smirked, " really? I don't think so", " I'm serious, I can't even turn into a wolf I'm all pack's shadow", " Not to me. And don't worry about not being able to transform. I'm an alpha, I'll protect you", he said and they both got lost in each other's stare. He stood up and went to sit right b
Elora twisted the knob of the door open, stepping into the bright sitting room. The slamming sound of the door closing alerted her mother of the arrival of someone in the room. " I'm home" " she announced, collapsing on the couch, tilting her head to the back, and staring at the Chandelier that hung over at the center of the room. Confirming it was her daughter, " You're back, how was your day dear?", She asked strolling out of the kitchen corner," It was nice," Elora replied, getting warm up with the coolness and warmness of the room, unlike where she was coming from," and your,s, Mum?"." It was good, business was fine", Mrs. Dora said emerging into the sitting room and joining Elora on the couch." I thought you were going with Scarlett to see the alpha until I saw your message that you're at Jordan's party instead"," Yeah.."," What happened? Why didn't you follow her?"," She told me she wants to go alone"," Just like that? Did you guys fight?"," Not at all. Just some this-
The wedding preparations buzzed with a joyful energy that filled every corner of the house. Scarlett wasn't expecting the day to be that bright, all thanks to her friend, Elora, who was moving from one corner to another, making sure everything was perfect and in order. The floral scent of freshly delivered bouquets wafted through the air, mingling with the faint aroma of coffee brewing in the kitchen and a symphony of chaos and excitement. Dresses hung like ethereal clouds on wardrobe doors, while trays of makeup and hairpins sprawled across the countertops, ready to work their transformative magic.While getting things ready, Elora's gaze fell on the bride, seated on a high-backed chair in her ivory lace gown, which draped carefully across her lap with the stylist behind her. Elora dropped the veil in her hand and walked up to her; she smiled and bent to her level, holding her hand and whispering words of calm. Elora, dressed in a simple yet elegant bridesmaid dress, she exudes a qu
Scarlett's feet trembled as she walked down the stairs, her heart felt so heavy with aches that's suffocating. The light of her hope was extinguished within a second. Her body wanted to burst into laughter and screams." Why? Why? Why me?", she was still asking herself when she bumped into someone at the end of the stairs. She looked up with her teary eyes to see the blonde lady, Moraine." Good evening," she greeted with nothing but emptiness in her voice and then made walk away, but Moraine pulled her back roughly with her hair.Familiar with the situation and pain, Moraine was pulling her hair while her two friends stood behind her. The situation reminded her of Karine and her friends.She gasped at the irony, but Moraine pulled her hair harder, and this time it hurt her, and she yelped in pain." Who do you think you are, strolling in here like a goddess, and stealing my friend's man, you've got no fear"," Ah! Please let go", she cried grabbing Moraine's hand as she pulled her ha
(The same night: The Divine realm) Rionaya smiled, enjoying the entertainment that had become consistent, the blissful moment that soothed her thoughts and mind, the serene atmosphere that hid away her longing to break the monotony. " Your Majesty! ", Eron's sudden call jolted her out of her peaceful embrace. She glared at him sharply, " Have you lost your senses? What makes you startle me like that?", " I'm sorry my lord, it's very urgent". She rolled her eyes and raised her palm, stopping the show immediately before turning back to him. " What's it?", " You have been summoned, my lord, to the divine courtroom." Naya frowned as she heard that, and she wondered what was going on. The huge golden door opened for Naya to walk in with Eron strolling behind her. All eyes turned to her as she strode in, her soundless walking steps against the bright white glassy floor. She bowed slightly before the king using the corner of her eyes to scan the golden room. ' why have a
Misha covered her legs with the duvet, ensuring she was lying comfortably and adjusting the pillow properly to avoid her having neck pain." Didn't the pack's doctor say she'd wake up soon?", Cynthia asked as soon as Misha stepped away," That's what he said, she's out of danger and her wounds have all healed, faster than I thought "," Then why is she not awake yet? It's been three days now."Misha sighed, " I also don't know; c'mon, let's go; I'm starving, "she said, pulling her along with her and gently closing the door behind her." Or perhaps is it the deja vu of what happened to Scarlett that's preventing her from waking up?", Cynthia asked more like a realization.Misha rolled her eyes, " how can an unconscious person have a deja vu about her friend's death"," Scarlett's spirit might be preventing her from waking up"," Not that your superstitions again ", she said shaking her head," It's not a superstition, think about it, the doctor said she's okay, she's out of danger but
" they've done nothing but wickedness just to make my life miserable, and I guess they're all jealous of me, and I'm going to show them what....".Before Naya could finish venting out her frustration about the whole situation, Elora switched, taking control of her body." Hey!", Naya yelled, " that's rude!".Elora bit her lips hard, hot tears gathered in her eyes but her lips kept moving from clenching jaw to ridiculous laughter." There's really a goddess in me," she chuckled at the unbelievable situation, " guess heaven can at least do this."A tear streamed down her eyes, and her nose became watery." So moon goddess, what can you do? What power do you have? Can I control your power now that you're in me?", she asked the tangible questions for her purpose.Naya groaned, "What kind of dense vessel are you? They took my powers; they took everything."Her response pissed Elora off; she grunted, "You really are rude", she mumbled to herself, trying to get hold of herself before burstin
" what do you mean?"" I don't trust you,"" But you trust him?"" No, but at least he has a motive; he is ready to make amendments for his mistakes and wouldn't hurt me."Hurt me. The word slaps him hard across the face." You don't need him,"" He's going to get justice for Scarlett, everyone is going to know the truth,"" It isn't justice you want, it's revenge,"" That'll only put me in more trouble and danger, I might get killed if I get caught killing anyone again."" Do whatever you want; kill whoever you want; I'll be your alibi."The rigidness and unwavering tone and stare, the look in his eyes when he said that wrapped her soul in the feeling of protection and her heart melt, but with that, her head felt the battle of confusion within her mind.He got up from the bed when she said no more and covered her legs with the duvet." Get some sleep, it's late," he said and made to leave," Stop confusing me?," she said running her fingers through her blonde hair and her face covere
" my beautiful pup, hmm muah! You're so adorable," her giggling voice said as she rubbed her face against his chubby, cute face.Larsen chuckled, his face full of smiles, " I miss you so much mum," his excited voice telling her exactly how much he had missed her. He hugged her, wrapping his little arms around her.Larsen clenched his fist hard as the next memory he had of her was her hand dripping with blood, and the look on her face. The memories he couldn't shove away, the memories that couldn't be buried but just live with it. The feelings he felt that day were still raw and fresh; the anger, the disappointment, the fear, they flashed across his eyes, brewing another wave of anger in him as he angrily gulped down the seventh bottle of alcohol and yet didn't feel any ounce of tipsiness.His heart feels so heavy that anger radiates through his veins as he keeps remembering his mother's bloody hands and Damien's hand holding Elora's. If he sees Damien right this moment, he wouldn't he
Without giving room for a response, he turned around and grabbed Elora's wrist before dragging her along with him back to their suite while Damien stood still, with his blood boiling and he gave out a loud growl and grunt of anger and frustration. His breath rose and fell erratically.Amie watched from the corner, smirking in satisfaction, knowing she'd gotten into trouble; her wince confirmed it as Larsen dragged her with him. The fear on Elora's face gave Amie so much joy that her eyes flickered with so much relief and lifted her mood that made her want to hum a song.Elora winced in pain from Larsen's tight grip, but he was so furious that it sent shivers down her spine; his fury terrified her that she couldn't tell him that his grip hurt. How dare her! How dare her!!His mind was in an unrelenting turmoil. It was so unbelievable when Amie showed him the picture she took, but when she took him to the spot and had to see for himself, a fire was ignited in him.He clenched his fist
Elora was surprised as her eyes fell on him." Alpha Damien?" the call was almost a whisper," Elora," he called with a smile nudging in. He was pissed about how today went; the smiley look on Elora's face after the meeting ended taunted him that he made plans to have dinner with the Alpha, hoping to see her, but his anger even surged higher when his request was turned down.He was standing by the glassy wall, gazing out of the window and sipping his red wine after giving feedback on their plan to Elia when he saw her taking a walk.This is heaven presenting to him a chance and he wouldn't for anything let it pass." Taking a walk?" he asked, looking as she folded her arms beneath her breast.Without responding, she turned to walk away but he immediately blocked the way with his body." Are you avoiding me?"" Isn't that obvious?."His heart skipped and ached at the same time. She glared up at him.When would she ever look at him the same way he looks at her." For how long would you
" why are you bleeding?" his serious voice icy and firm. She hid it behind her, making him step closer, and roughly pulled her closer, grabbing her hand. He took a look at her palm and shot her a frown, " You did this?" " It's none of your business," " Everything about you is my business," he flared up looking at the palm, " you did this to yourself?." She swallowed, feeling uncomfortable with how close they were, and her body felt his touch on her hand even though his eyes were blazing. " That's how much anger I was suppressing, his presence irritates me, every word he uttered makes my blood boil, I wish I could punish him, make him suffer, but when you give him the power and privilege, it angers me more," ' and it hurts.' She completed it in her mind. Larsen felt a strike of guilt hit his chest; how much must she have been suppressing to have pierced her delicate palm? His grip tightened for a second. " I wasn't giving him power," he said and dragged her to the pr
She made to punch his lips hard, but she couldn't; rather, she returned it with a brief cheeky smile and dropped the file on the table before walking to the other side, beside Jordan, hating every step she took towards him.She reached out to the water and gently poured the contents into the cup." A drop of it falls, and you'll crawl under his legs," She heard Larsen's warning that sent waves of anger through her.It's like he saw through her; that devil; she wanted to spill the water on Jordan, but after the threat, she couldn't. It was a message, an unspoken twist of dominance he had over her; even though she hated him and would love to defile him in every way she could, she couldn't risk having to crawl under Jordan's legs.Over her dead body. That disgusting traitor, that murderer." She's so clumsy, I'm sure she'd spill it and then crawl between my legs," Jordan taunted.Elora gritted her teeth as she slowly handed over the water to him, but the cunny Jordan made her spill it by
She felt her heart skip a little and tightened her fist against the black file she was still holding, brushing the memories to the back of her mind as she hastened her steps to meet up with Larsen's pace.The day could only get busier for Elora as she was given a quick tour through the building, from the massive warehouses, and underground storage vaults where she gets to see some rare earth minerals and exotic materials, then tour to other departments like the logistics and contribution firm, a high-security distribution center where the minerals, obsidian, silver and artifacts are processed." Sir," Elora saw Austin said to Larsen, " it's time for the meeting."' what meeting again? Am I not supposed to at least know my purpose of being here, or is it to just be carrying this annoying black file around with you like a slave?' she yelled in her mind that soon cooled down, ' oh yeah, I'm a slave.'Her face dropped, and without saying anything, she followed both Larsen and Austin to th
" like I said, we are not your citizens, we answer to our own law, not yours," Larsen glared at the senator, " we have our own security watching our kinds, no wolf would be a threat to you if you ain't a threat," " We're only trying to co-exist here, which is your only option."Larsen scoffed, "The werewolves here ain't even up to two hundred and they are only here for business."Half of the two hundred werewolves work in Larsen's hotel in the human world, while others maintain the importing, exporting, and distribution of minerals." Still,"" No still, we'll take care of our own kind, it's you who should be watchful of your people, we'll punish any wolf who goes against the law ourselves, just keep to your part of the deal and we'd be fine,"" We're upholding our end of the deal.."" Then there's nothing more to discuss; let's maintain our barter arrangement."The governor cleared his throat awkwardly, not liking how the conversation was not in any way going how they'd want, but th
Elora sat with other guards in a big van, dressed in a black pencil skirt and a white satin blouse with a knot. Her hair was packed in a bun, and the footwear she was on was a flat shoe. She glanced down at herself again.' why did he dress me up like I'm going for some official meeting,' she asked in her mind frowning. She looked like she was going to the office if not that she was thrown with the guards in a black van.He wouldn't even let her ride with him to wherever they were going; the distance between them made him seem invisible to her, and for some unknown reason, it made her mad.' there's no way I'd ever understand him or know him,' she said in her mind. He is like a brick wall, one she can't break or see through.Soon, the van came to a brupt stop, and everyone alighted. Elora gasped at the building before her; it was like nothing of the building was made of bricks and clay; everything was of aluminum." Wow, hailing to constructors," she uttered, staring at the building,